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Published 13:04 29 Jun 2022 BST
Updated 13:07 29 Jun 2022 BST
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The national anthems ring out, before the match between Maori All Blacks and Ireland, at FMG Stadium. (Photo by Fiona Goodall/Getty Images)[/caption]
Nick Timoney is tackled during the match between the Maori All Blacks and Ireland, at FMG Stadium. (Photo by Fiona Goodall/Getty Images)[/caption]
As we noted with Gavin Coombes, the Ireland back row options for the First Test, at least, look set. However, Timoney acquitted himself well at Waikato Stadium and was another that grew into the game.
Was part of a side error-strewn and back-pedalling in the first half, but slowed down ball with some poach attempts and general nuisance-ry. Made a lot more carries and got his side front-foot ball, after the break.
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